La Pieta. by Jim Morris

La Pieta.
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An interesting exercise, that's produced an instantly recognizable result. This is one of my favorite works of art. I saw it in 1960 at St Peters, the whole place was a little overwhelming, but this sculpture had the biggest impact for me. An astonishing work. Until this visit I'd had little interest in so-called 'Fine art' (illustration was my thing). This masterpiece made me look afresh at all art.

Hang on Studio Wall
09/06/2019
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Acrylic with a half inch stiff brush only. An exercise in free work. Deleted the other one as I didn't really like it. In the bin..(-:

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Jim Morris

I've reached 85 ( September 2024 ) years young and love to paint and draw. Watercolours are my preference used also with line and wash. I paint or sketch something most days of whatever takes my fancy. Glad to have found this site. I don't feel I have a set painting style but I tend to go for…

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